Westmorland School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Weldbank Lane Chorley Lancashire PR7 3NQ |
| Reference Number | 132828 |
Westmorland School is performing well overall and is likely to meet the independent school standards if the planned material change to increase pupil capacity is approved. The school's safeguarding policies are robust, ensuring a strong culture of safety and well-being for students. The premises are well-maintained and suitable for accommodating a growing number of pupils, with facilities designed to support those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is the first material change inspection since their previous standard inspection in February 2025, reflecting the positive strides made by the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 67 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.1%
Girls: 20.9% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 03 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 11 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Sep 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Feb 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Nov 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Oct 2008 | Light touch inspection |
| 07 Mar 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Robust safeguarding policies and procedures are in place.
- Health and safety measures are well-considered and effectively implemented.
- Staff have appropriate training and expertise to support pupils.
- The premises are well-maintained and suitable for educational purposes.
- Accommodations are made with SEND pupils in mind.
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Southlands High School
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